Part-Time Research Assistant: Earth Data

Chapman University; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Chapman University in Orange, CA seeks a Part-time Research Assistant to support analysis of ground and satellite data related to natural hazards. The role requires MATLAB and Excel, and experience with NASA tools to generate images for analysis.

The successful candidate will conduct interviews, help recruit participants, organize qualitative data, and assist in preparing reports and manuscripts. This on-campus position emphasizes collaboration and rigorous scientific communication.

Qualifications

• Experience with biology education research, qualitative analyses skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Writing skills to summarize research findings.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to interact and work collaboratively with other researchers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with students following established interview protocols.
• Assist with participant recruitment and communication.
• Organize and analyze qualitative data from interviews.
• Assist with interpretation of findings.
• Assist with preparing and writing reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Identify and review relevant research.
• Collaborate with research team members to support ongoing research initiatives.

Skills

Qualitative analysis

Biology research

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication

Tools

MATLAB

Excel

Job description

Chapman University in Orange, CA seeks a Part-time Research Assistant to support analysis of ground and satellite data related to natural hazards. The role requires MATLAB and Excel, and experience with NASA tools to generate images for analysis.

The successful candidate will conduct interviews, help recruit participants, organize qualitative data, and assist in preparing reports and manuscripts. This on-campus position emphasizes collaboration and rigorous scientific communication.